A shelter in place order may be given in situations where it is safer to hold occupants indoors than to allow them to leave the premises. External emergencies such as a near by chemical spill, tropical storm, or civil disturbance are the most likely scenarios to require a shelter in place order.
| Remain calm and provide assistance as direct and/or necessary |
- Continue with regular work activities if able to do so
- Stay away from doors and windows - you may be asked to move to a more secure area within the building
- Follow direction from ECO members and emergency services
- You may be asked to help manage movement of staff and public
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| Chief Warden/Building Manager responsibilities |
- Monitor the situation and turn off air handling equipment if necessary
- Manage BMS to lock-down entries to building as required
- Stop all hot work, electrical work and anything else that could threaten the safety of building occupants until situation is resolved
- Communicate updates regularly to keep occupants calm
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